Bryan Beatty, Author at Mississippi Sportsman

Keeping a hunting dog in peak physical condition, as well as sharp mentally, can be a challenge during the hotter months. […]

Another trick to add to your dog’s bag is to train them to blood trail wounded deer, and it’s gaining popularity with each season. […]

Scooter Lacoste has been raccoon hunting for 45 years and has some advice for those wanting to get started in coon hunting. […]

A well-stocked first aid kit is good insurance and can prove invaluable in the field should your hunting dog need it. […]

Time to get out there and put some birds on the water and cash in on your dog’s first waterfowl hunting season. […]

One of the metrics of a great dog is the “blind retrieve.” There will be times when a hunting dog won’t see a bird fall. […]

Training with a group means your hunting dog gets plenty of repetition on longer and multiple marks. It also gives you insight from others. […]

Force fetch is an important step in the foundation of a hunting dog’s training. It begins the transition to more advanced and formal training […]

Two fundamental things your waterfowl retriever must have is a love of water and being comfortable around gunfire. […]

You can train your hunting dog yourself or send the dog to a professional trainer. We’ll take a look at both. […]

Before you start looking for your next “hunting partner,” here are a couple of things to consider when getting a hunting dog. […]